Caribbean Cruise Guide
Sail through myriad islands, admire glistening blue water, lounge on soft sand beaches, or adventure on shore on your Caribbean cruise. Searching for paradise? You may just find it here.
What are the best Caribbean cruises for seniors?
We have a Different types of cruises cater to different types of travelers, whether you’re traveling solo, with a partner, with family, or with a group.
- Azamara Club Cruises: Azamara provides a luxury option for senior travelers. This line is a subsidiary of Royal Caribbean Cruises, and the Caribbean is a popular destination. Passengers praise the ship amenities, exceptional service, great rates for singles, and longer times in port so as to take advantage of exploring local culture.
- Royal Caribbean International: These are the really big ships, with endless activities on board. If you’re an active senior or are traveling with multiple generations all looking for activities to accommodate, Royal Caribbean may be for you. You’ll never run out of things to do aboard these cruises.
What’s the best time to go on a Caribbean cruise?
The Caribbean boasts warm weather year-round, but the optimal time to go may be December through mid-April, when it’s coldest in the Northern Hemisphere. Imagine how delightful that warm sun will feel when you’re weary of slogging through winter! December through April are also the driest months in the Caribbean as well.
If you’re looking for off-season deals, cheap Caribbean cruises can be found in late summer or fall, which tends to be hurricane season. Good deals can also be found during early December or spring if you keep an eye out.
No matter the season, remember that you can save on your bookings and on Caribbean cruise packages as an AARP member.
What should I pack for a Caribbean cruise?
Whether you’re beach side, pool side, or adventuring through cities or forests, pack for warm weather, sunshine, and pleasantly cool evenings.
- bathing suits and cover-ups
- t-shirts or tank tops
- casual pants or skirts
- shorts
- rain jacket
- lightweight jacket or cover-up
- sunglasses
- casual shoes, dress shoes, water shoes
- sundresses
- formal or semiformal wear for fine dining
*Prices are cruise only, per person, double occupancy. Taxes, fees and port expenses not included. Rates are valid for US and Canadian residents only. Fuel supplement may apply. Savings advertised and Expedia Extras are based on specific cabin types and sailing dates, and may not be available for all cabin types/sailings.